Alex Woodley
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
CYCP
A dedicated Child and Youth Care Practitioner (CYCP), Alexandria is committed to providing children and youth individualized care, therapeutic recreation, and educational support. With a passion for fostering growth and resilience, she empowers young individuals to navigate challenges, build confidence, and develop essential life skills in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Professional Focus and Approach
Alexandria takes a relational, strength-based approach to supporting children and youth, fostering resilience, self-confidence, and personal growth. She blends evidence-based strategies with creativity and empathy, ensuring that each care plan is tailored to the unique needs of the individual. By creating a safe and supportive environment, Alexandria helps young individuals develop critical coping skills, improve their emotional regulation, and build strong, positive relationships that contribute to long-term well-being.
Specializations
Alexandria specializes in individualized care planning, crisis intervention, and strength-based programming to help children and youth navigate challenges and build on their strengths. She integrates therapeutic recreation, mindfulness techniques, and behavioural interventions into her practice, creating engaging, developmentally appropriate strategies that support mental well-being, social-emotional growth, and academic success. Her holistic approach ensures that each intervention is meaningful and effective, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-awareness in every child she works with.
Education and Experience
Alexandria holds an Advanced Diploma in Child and Youth Care and a Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation. She recently earned her Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care with a minor in Psychology from Toronto Metropolitan University. With a diverse background in special education and private school settings, Alexandria has extensive experience working with children and youth with varying needs, including those with learning differences, behavioural challenges, and mental health concerns. She has implemented evidence-based interventions and classroom support strategies to promote learning, development, and well-being, demonstrating her dedication to creating inclusive and supportive environments for all young individuals.
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